The Community Center recently got a facelift. And it could soon have a bit more work done.

Taylor County Judge/Executive Eddie Rogers asked earlier this month for magistrates' approval to upgrade the kitchen at the Community Center. They asked for a committee to study the needed repairs and report back to the Court.

The sun beats down as the players take their positions. With a blow of a whistle, they're off.

There are two new faces on the sidelines at local high schools. They won't be suiting up or blowing a whistle, though.

Certified athletic trainers Glen Richardson and Candi Henry are working with Taylor County and Campbellsville high schools, respectively, to make sure local athletes are in tip-top shape for their games.

Taylor Regional Hospital Rehabilitation Services is providing use of the trainers for free to TCHS and CHS.

Motorists traveling KY 1798 in Taylor County should be advised that the road will be closed at mile point 0-1 beginning at 8 a.m. Tuesday.

The closure is located near Robinson Creek, between the intersection with KY 70 and Gaddis Ridge Road. Traffic will be able to access the remaining portions of KY 1798 from the intersection of KY 70 nearest to the Casey County line.

Department of Highways crews will be installing a pipe at the location and should have their work completed by approximately 2 p.m.

Dr. Bill Hopkins, a Kentucky author, signed copies and spoke about his book "Z: The Ultimate Resolution Starts Now" at Taylor County Public Library on Tuesday, Aug. 9. Hopkins, at right, is pictured with Taylor County Public Library Director Elaine Munday, at left, and Susan Brents.

Campbellsville High School recently announced its Students of the Week. From left are Owen Weeks, Gabby Sanders, Kyle Rakes, Katelyn McMahan, Ryan Gregory, Sydney Jeffries, Tyler Carson and Andreanna Frazier.

Brenda Tungate, assistant professor of biology at Campbellsville University, has been promoted to associate professor of biology and has also received tenure at Campbellsville University, according to an announcement from Dr. Michael V. Carter, president of Campbellsville University.

Tungate has served at Campbellsville University since 2005. She teaches human anatomy and physiology, medical microbiology, immunology, biology, biochemistry and botany.

Dr. Helen Mudd, associate professor of social work at Campbellsville University, has been granted tenure, according to an announcement from Dr. Michael V. Carter, president of Campbellsville University.

Dr. Reese Land, assistant professor of music/trumpet at Campbellsville University, has been promoted to associate professor of music, according to an announcement from Dr. Michael V. Carter, president of Campbellsville University.